Vaginoplasty is a rarely discussed type of cosmetic surgery that is performed to correct vaginal abnormalities. A vaginoplasty can also be performed to createa vagina in the case of a birth defect or in gender reassignment surgery for men who wish to transition to being women. Who Might Benefit From Vaginoplasty Though most women are reluctant to discuss sexual problems, having a vaginal defect can seriously affect self esteem and lessen enjoyment in life. Vaginoplasty can tighten the vagina after childbirth and correct problems such as having a large labia or hooded clitoris and can create a vagina which is absent. After childbirth or through natural differences in each person’s body, the vaginal muscles and other tissues may be stretched or weakened and unable to respond to vaginal tightening exercises. Vaginal rejuvenation surgery can restore normal muscle tone and size to the vagina by removing excess tissue and tightening the muscles. Some women are born with a large labia minora, which is the inner lips of the female sexual organ. Excessively large labias can rub against clothing and cause discomfort and may also be a barrier to appropriate sexual enjoyment. Vaginal repair surgery using labiaplasty or vulvoplasty procedures can remove this extra tissue. A hooded clitoris is a condition where a layer of skin covers the clitoris which is the most sensitive area of the vagina. Having a layer of skin over the clitoris will often prevent sexual gratification by preventing sensations that lead to lubrication and eventual orgasm. A vaginoplasty known as clitoral reduction surgery can repair this problem by reducing or removing the skin covering. Some female...
One of the latest plastic surgery procedures gaining popularity in recent years is vaginal surgery. This procedure can refer to a number of things, all aimed to either enhance, fix, rejuvenate, even create, vaginas. Vaginal plastic surgery is quickly becoming popular, especially to older women who are critical about the appearance and feel of their vaginal area. What Is Vaginal Rejuvenation? Vaginal cosmetic surgery is used to restore “rejuvenate” the vaginal tone and appearance. This is done either by removing excess tissue, tightening the supportive structures, or both. It can be done in many ways, either by normal surgery, or by the use of lasers. Although not all plastic surgeons can do the procedures, it is not difficult to find the specialists that can. Most of the major plastic surgery clinics in the country offer vaginal surgery procedures, and have the doctors and equipment to do so. Vaginal Rejuvenation for Improved Sexual Confidence Many women seek vaginal rejuvenation not only for aesthetic improvement but also for enhanced sexual confidence and satisfaction. Procedures such as vaginal tightening surgery, also known as vaginoplasty, can help restore muscle tone and firmness to the vaginal walls, particularly after childbirth or aging. This can lead to improved intimacy, heightened sensation during intercourse, and greater self-esteem. Labiaplasty: Enhancing Comfort and Aesthetics An example of the procedures that can be done is labiaplasty, or labioplasty. It is an operation which aims to reduce the external folds of skin of the vagina that surround the vulva to make it look younger. While the reasons could be purely cosmetic, for some it is a perfectly practical operation, because...
Vaginal rejuvenation procedures are growing in popularity as with the advent of new technology, women decide they don’t have to put up with the loosening of vaginal tissues that their mothers and grandmothers did. In years past, though rarely talked about, it was known that vaginal tissues stretched and became looser after childbirth. Women (and men) alike had to simply endure this natural development of aging. For many women (and their partners) this resulted in a loss of sexual enjoyment and intimacy. The problem may even worsen as women approach menopause and deal with additional circumstances such as loss of libido and vaginal dryness. Vaginal tightening surgery can reduce the problems that occur after childbirth and due to the natural processes of aging. Vaginoplasty and Its Evolving Role Vaginoplasty used to be performed mostly to correct vaginal abnormalities due to injury, cancer or birth defects or in the much rarer case, to construct a vagina in the case of male-to-female gender reassignment surgery. This is no longer true as vaginal reconstruction can be and is more commonly performed today to correct natures “work” Today, vaginal plastic surgery procedures can be performed on the clitoris in the case of a hooded clitoris, on the labia in the case of a labia that is considered to be too large, on the perineum in cases of a relaxation of the muscle between anus and the vagina and on the hymen as “revirgination”. But many of the vagina restoration procedures involve overall tightening of the vagina itself. There are two basic methods to basic vaginal rejuvenation – laser vaginal tightening and surgical vaginal...
Labia reduction is becoming more popular as acceptance of cosmetic and reconstructive vaginal plastic surgery becomes mainstream thought. Labia reduction surgery and vaginal tightening or vaginal rejuvenation are becoming as nearly as common today as other cosmetic surgeries, including breast implants and rhinoplasty. New advances in labioplasty and vaginoplasty have lessened the pain, scarring and recovery time and can correct vaginal abnormalities or restore the vagina to a more youthful tightness. Understanding Labiaplasty and Vaginal Rejuvenation Labia reduction is performed for women who have problems with large labias, uneven labias or other female genital issues. Labiaplasty allows the reduction of large labia (labia majora and labia minora) to reduce the size and appearance and correct unevenness or irregularities. Many women are uncomfortable because they have a large protuberance of their labia minora or labia majora. This may cause embarrassment during sexual activity, can result in lowered self-esteem, and in some cases causes pain and discomfort because the protruding labia may catch and rub on clothing. Labiaplasty can be done for two reasons: medical reasons and aesthetic or beautification reasons. Medical Reasons for Labia Reduction Surgery Medical reasons for labia reduction (labiaplasty surgery) include the removal of excess tissue from large or thick labias that can result in uncomfortable irritation in tight clothing and may cause discomfort when participating in sports or other types of physical activities. In some of these circumstances, the women were born with large labias but other women may develop this condition after stretching of the vaginal tissues from childbirth or simply from aging. Plastic surgery of the labia provides a safe solution to most medical...
The appearance of external sex organs can play a significant role in one’s self esteem. External folds in the genitals that are too large or overly asymmetrical are not aesthetically pleasing to some women. This may cause embarrassment for sexually active women or those who wear tight-fitting clothing or swimsuits. In some cases, protuberant labia may also cause physical discomfort during sexual intercourse. What is Labiaplasty? Labiaplasty corrects what is seen as an “unattractive” labial appearance. Labiaplasty is a specialized surgical procedure, which involves the reduction of the external folds the labia minora, the tissue around the vulval area of the vagina. This is done for either aesthetic or medical purposes, for some cases it can be a combination of both. Why Should Women Consider Labiaplasty? There are many reasons for considering Labioplasty, but its main purpose should be for a woman to feel good about her and function better physiologically. Indications for Labiaplasty include: Labial disease or injury, such as after giving birth Vaginal fold that appear too big Asymmetrical labia Labia is too protuberant or hanging The size and thickness of the labia causes discomfort when engaging in physical activities such as sports. Discomfort when wearing tight clothes because the labia is unduly large When a woman wants her vagina to appear youthful. What Happens During The Labiaplasty Procedure? Labiaplasty is a relatively minor surgery and is done as an out-patient procedure. The traditional surgical technique involves trimming off the excess skin or flesh then over sewing the edge. Labiaplasty may still be useful for those women with unduly large labia or those with marked asymmetry between the...
